2 Bedroom, Semi-Detached Bungalow, 15 Martin Avenue, Little Lever, Bolton BL3 1NX
Overview
Hammer Price Homes are pleased to present for sale by online auction this 2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow in Little Lever, Bolton. The sale is strictly open for cash buyers only.
The property briefly comprises: To the ground floor, an entrance hallway leading to a lounge, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom.
Outside the property sits on a good sized plot with gardens to the front and rear. A driveway to the front of the property provides off road parking. Please be aware that the cars on the driveway will be removed prior to completion and therefore are not be included as part of the sale.
The property offers a blank canvas for somebody looking to put their own stamp on a property and presents a good opportunity for both home buyers and investors.
The property requires full renovation throughout and may require some structural works, which are potentially associated with an area of historic infill land as detailed in the searches (available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website). This sale is strictly open for cash buyers only due to the condition, we feel the property is unmortgageable. There will be no grounds for the buyer to withdraw from the sale with a return of the reservation fee citing issues around the condition of the property (including anything of a structural nature), for any issues in financing the purchase, or for any information within the searches. The property is sold as seen.
To view the property please visit the Hammer Price Homes website, register as a buyer and book in for a viewing.
Location
The property is situated within close proximity to Little Lever Village Centre and its wide number of amenities, including restaurants, food outlets, public houses, a Garden Centre and Post Office. There are excellent transport links with a nearby bus service to Bolton and Bury and onwards links to Manchester via the Metrolink from Radcliffe and the train station from Bolton. There are plenty of reputable Primary Schools and a Secondary School.
Special Conditions
This sale is strictly open for cash buyers only as due to the condition the property, we feel the property is unmortgageable. There will be no grounds for the buyer to withdraw from the sale with a return of the reservation fee citing issues around the condition of the property (including anything of a structural nature), for any issues in financing the purchase, or for any information within the searches. The property is sold as seen.
60 days to complete.
Tenure
Tenure – Leasehold (934 years remaining) – Land Registry documents are available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website.
Ground Rent: £8 per annum
We understand that ground rent is still payable and is collected by Landmark collections on behalf of the freeholder Centreway Investments. An indemnity policy for any unpaid ground rent can be sourced during the conveyancing process, if necessary, should the buyer wish.
Freeholder Information: Centreway Investments Limited
Lease: A copy of the lease dated 20.11.1963 is available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website.
Prospective buyers are to obtain their own independent legal advice in relation to the Property, the Tenure and the Ground Rent Charge prior to taking part in the auction.
Other information
The Executors / Solicitor dealing with the estate has never lived at the property and therefore has limited knowledge. The below information has been provided to the best of our knowledge and should not be relied on in full. Please note due to the nature of the property some of the services may be isolated.
Council Tax Band – B
EPC Rating – E
Utilities:
Primary source of Water Supply: Assumed Mains
Primary source of Electricity Supply: Assumed Mains
Primary source of Gas Supply: Information Unknown
Source/s of heating: Electric Storage Heaters
Primary arrangement for Sewerage/Drainage: Due to the property being on a residential street, it is assumed that it is connected to a public sewer.
Searches
Searches have been ordered and will be made available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website prior to the bidding taking place. The winning bidder will be required to pay for the search pack which is £300 (Inc. VAT), this is payable at the same time as the reservation fee. Prospective buyers are to review all searches available prior to bidding.
Auction Details
** Strictly open for cash buyers only. 60 days to complete**
Auction ends – Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 1:30pm (Subject to anti-sniping).
Bidding Window Opens – Monday 9th June 2025 at 12:00pm (Bidding will not be possible until this time).
Starting price – £80,000 (Reserve price is higher & unpublished, typically the starting price will be 15 – 20% below the Reserve figure as per our Buyer Terms)
Fees
All fees are payable by bank transfer only (we do not take card payments).
Reservation Fee – Please note that there is a Reservation Fee (3.6% of the eventual sale price, including VAT, subject to a minimum fee of £3,600 Including VAT) payable by the buyer within 2 hours of winning the auction. The reservation fee does not constitute part of the sale price, this is the auctioneer’s fee and is to be paid over & above the sale price paid to the Vendor.
Searches –The buyer is required to pay £300 (Inc. VAT) for the search pack. This is payable at the same time as the reservation fee.
Viewings
To view the property please visit the Hammer Price Homes website, register as a buyer and book in for a viewing. Bidding is only permitted for those who have viewed. Viewers must stick to their time precisely.
Proof & Source of funds
In order to satisfy our Anti-Money Laundering obligations, winning bidders are required to complete their source of funds questionnaire within 24 hours of the close of the auction. This will detail how they will finance the purchase and provide supporting evidence as to the source of the funds (such as bank statements). It is advised that anybody bidding on a property prepares this information prior to taking part in an auction so that it is readily available. See our buyers FAQ’s for further information.
Current proof of funds may also be requested from registered buyers, prior to enabling their account for bidding, as part of our affordability checks.
How to make an offer
Offers can only be made via the online auction in the form of a bid once the bidding window has opened. No offers will be accepted outside of the auction process.
Once a sale has been agreed (STC) and a price agreed then no further price negotiation will take place. This sale price is fixed at the winning auction price and the buyer honoured to pay it. Any subsequent attempt by the buyer to contact the vendor direct to renegotiate on price would hold the buyer in breach of our terms. Should the buyer withdraw then they may have to forfeit the reservation fee. Please read the buyer terms and FAQ’s on the site for more details.
This is a probate property and is sold as seen. The Executors / Solicitor dealing with the estate has never lived at the property so may not be able to answer the usual pre-contract questions or provide a property information form.